Coordinator - Shailer Park

The Y Australia; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted Private Health Insurance

Flexible Working Hours Between 6.00am

Flexible Working Hours Between 6.00am

Job summary

The Y Australia, in Shailer Park, is seeking a dedicated Coordinator to lead our Outside School Hours Care service. You will guide a team of educators, develop engaging child-led programs, and foster inclusive communities where families and schools collaborate to support children’s growth.

This role focuses on safe, compliant, and vibrant learning environments, with opportunities for professional development and career progression within the YMCA network.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Children’s Services or related ECEC/Teaching qualification (or studying towards).
• Experience in children’s programming and service operations.
• Strong communication, leadership and time-management skills.
• Valid Paid Blue Card or willingness to obtain.
• Current First Aid and CPR certificate or willingness to obtain.
• Commitment to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all children.
• Familiarity with the National Quality Framework.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the service.
• Develop fun, child-led programs.
• Lead and support a team of passionate educators.
• Ensure high standards in compliance, administration, and safety.
• Build strong connections with families, schools and the local community.
• Create a space where children feel safe, supported, and inspired to grow.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Time management

Experience in children's programming

Service operations

Education

Diploma in Children’s Services

Job description

About the role

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a passionate, purpose-driven Coordinator to join our YMCA Shailer Park Outside School Hours Care service.

As the Coordinator, you will lead a dedicated team of educators, create engaging programs for children, and play a key role in building inclusive, vibrant communities.

Why work with us?

We’re a not-for-profit organisation with a strong community focus. We’ve recently been awarded government funding through the ECEC Worker Retention Grant that increases your take home pay and we are investing in the training, support and professional development of our educators.

For more information: https://dmscdn.successfactors.com/076de953beeeb76673063332004404d24ba36a67295eb70b903065592a762190/static_content/16b09c8d3cc9451c9795/CoordinatorPD.pdf

You’ll also enjoy:

• Salary & Compensation-Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Work Life Balance Flexible Working Hours Between 6.00am 6.00pm
• Working Environment- Career Coaching and Progression Opportunities

What you’ll do

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the service
• Develop fun, child-led programs
• Lead and support a team of passionate educators
• Ensure high standards in compliance, administration, and safety
• Build strong connections with families, schools and the local community
• Create a space where children feel safe, supported, and inspired to grow

What you’ll bring

• A Diploma in Children’s Services or related ECEC or Teaching qualification (or studying towards)
• Demonstrated experience in children’s programming and service operations
• Strong communication, leadership and time-management skills
• A valid Paid Blue Card (or willingness to obtain)
• Current First Aid and CPR certificate (or willingness to obtain)
• A commitment to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all children
• Familiarity with the National Quality Framework

About YMCA OSHC

The YMCA provides Outside School Hours Care services to 60 school communities across South East Queensland. Our programs are built around belonging, choice, and fun, and we work in close partnership with families, schools and communities. Children in our care explore, create, play and learn in safe, inclusive and engaging environments. We live our values every day we are caring, honest, respectful, responsible and fun!